The Guard

have this idea that maybe you were the only one I could make everything right for.

You’re the only thing I’ve ever wanted to fight for.”

Time was the only thing that would settle this.

girl who would risk her life for someone she loves certainly deserves to be called a lady.

Everything doesn’t seem like anything when you love someone. Especially when you’re young.”

staring into his eyes the way she used to stare into mine.

So far, looks like all you’ve learned is how to beat up on something that can’t beat you back.”

That was the last straw

lingering question in her eyes

“Of course,” I answered, knowing better.